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Varrella, Gary F.; Luckey, Brian P.; Baca, Jacqueline S.; Peters, Curt – Journal of Extension, 2016
We present the results of a longitudinal evaluation of the Western Region 4-H Institute, a 5-day training program designed to enhance the skill sets of early-career Extension professionals organized around the 4-H professional research, knowledge, and competencies model. Programs such as this often are assessed for their short-term relevance and…
Descriptors: Longitudinal Studies, Program Evaluation, Youth Programs, Entry Workers
Morley, Peter – Transition from Education through Employment, 1988
The author describes development of certification standards and an integrated training package for entry-level retail employees. Evaluation methods are discussed. (CH)
Descriptors: Distributive Education, Entry Workers, Foreign Countries, Job Training
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Astroth, Kirk A.; Garza, Pam; Taylor, Barbara – New Directions for Youth Development, 2004
In January 2004, the National Collaboration for Youth approved a list of core competencies needed by entry-level youth development workers for effective youth development practice. This chapter provides an overview of these competencies, explaining why and how the list was created, outcomes, and recommendations for next steps. (Contains 13 notes.)
Descriptors: Youth Programs, Youth Opportunities, Evaluation Criteria, Minimum Competencies
Don Gibala; Wendy Stuhldreher – Link, 2001
The internship program for undergraduate-level community health students at Slippery Rock University in Butler, Pennsylvania, is designed as a capstone experience bridging the gap from academia to practice. Students in the internship program spend 12 weeks during the summer of their senior year working in any health organization of their choice,…
Descriptors: Allied Health Occupations Education, Capstone Experiences, Communication Skills, Community Health Services